Are dried fruits like figs and dates allowed during the full body cleanse?
Dried fruits are allowed, but they are not optimal choices, as they are highly concentrated in natural sugars. When eaten in large amounts and on a regular basis, dried fruits can contribute to problems with your blood sugar and insulin levels. Dried fruits can also contribute to the development of cavities. If you soak dried fruits in water for an hour or two before eating, they become much healthier choices, as re-hydrating dried fruits effectively decreases the concentration of natural sugars within. In your everyday life, it’s fine to eat a handful of dried fruits daily, but only if you eat lots of mineral-rich greens – like romaine lettuce – and you brush your teeth after each serving and you don’t experience signs and symptoms of tooth decay, like tooth pain and sensitivity after eating.
